MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 NATURAL NON-ADHESIVE MALE EXTERNAL CATHETER; NATURAL MALE EXTERNAL CATHETER

Model Number	38302
Medical Device Problem Code	Restricted Flow rate (1248)
Health Effect - Clinical Codes	No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199); No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	10/06/2020
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The investigation is still in progress.Once the investigation is complete a supplemental report will be filed.The device was not returned.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the urine was backing up and the male external catheters were coming off at night.Liberator representative provided application and usage instructions for the externals and the tubing.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The reported event was inconclusive.It was unknown whether the device had met specifications.The product was used for treatment purposes.It was unknown whether the product had caused the reported failure.No sample was returned for evaluation.A potential root cause for this failure could be due to "incorrect diameter on form".The device was not returned for evaluation.The lot number is unknown; therefore, the device history record could not be reviewed.The instructions for use were found adequate and state the following: "description/indication the natural¿ catheter is a non-adhesive, all-silicone male external catheter designed for the management of male urinary incontinence.Contraindication do not use on irritated or compromised skin.Precautions do not use if allergic reaction occurs.For good hygiene, change catheter daily.Use of a single device for periods longer than 24 hours may increase the risk of complications.Applying strap tightly may cause injury to the penis from decreased circulation.Keep strap clean and dry.Directions: to apply catheter 1) wash penis with mild soap and warm water.Dry thoroughly.2) trim pubic hair if necessary.3) unroll catheter over penis.4) gently wrap strap over catheter around penis and secure with hook and loop closure.Ensure strap remains over catheter sheath.(to maintain hook and loop closure function, keep hook and loop closed when strap is not in use.) important: to avoid injury, do not overtighten strap.5) connect to drainage device.To remove catheter 1) remove strap by separating hook and loop closure.2) gently roll catheter off the penis." h11:section a through f - the information provided by bard represents all of the known information at this time.Despite good faith efforts to obtain additional information, the complainant / reporter was unable or unwilling to provide any further patient, product, or procedural details to bard.H3 other text : the device was not returned.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the urine was backing up and the male external catheters were coming off at night.Liberator representative provided application and usage instructions for the externals and the tubing.

• Brand Name: NATURAL NON-ADHESIVE MALE EXTERNAL CATHETER
• Common Device Name: NATURAL MALE EXTERNAL CATHETER
• Manufacturer (Section D): C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233; 8195 industrial blvd; covington 30014
• MDR Report Key: 10767506
• Report Number: 1018233-2020-20586
• Device Sequence Number: 19667157
• Product Code: NNX
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741071232
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741071232
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: FL
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: EXEMPT
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: consumer,other
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 03/08/2021

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Operator of Device: Lay User/Patient
• Device Model Number: 38302
• Device Catalogue Number: 38302
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 10/06/2020
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 03/08/2021
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 10/31/2020
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 03/31/2021
• Is This a Single-Use Device that was Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N): No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Outcome Attributed to Adverse Event: Other